Sharing the Road Flashcards

Before making a right turn at an intersection, what should you specifically check for on your right side?

Answer: Cyclists in the bike lane and pedestrians crossing the road you are turning into

Before turning right, always check for cyclists who may be in a bike lane on your right and pedestrians crossing the intersecting road.

A large truck signals to move into your lane. What is the safest response?

Answer: Slow down or move over to give the truck room to merge safely

Large trucks have limited visibility and need extra space when changing lanes; slowing down or moving over is the safest way to accommodate the merge.

Under what condition may you legally pass a school bus that has its red lights flashing on the opposite side of the road?

Answer: If you are on a divided highway with a physical median separating the lanes

On a divided highway with a physical median separating opposing traffic, vehicles on the opposite side are not required to stop for a school bus with red flashing lights.

How much space should you leave when passing a cyclist on a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less?

Answer: As much space as is reasonable and practicable

On roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less, BC law requires drivers to leave as much space as is reasonable and practicable when passing cyclists.

You encounter a horse and rider on the road. What should you do?

Answer: Slow down, pass with plenty of space, and avoid sudden noise or movement

Horses can be easily startled by sudden sounds or movements; slow down, give a wide berth, and avoid anything that might spook the animal.

When entering a roundabout, who has the right of way?

Answer: Vehicles already traveling within the roundabout

Vehicles already circulating inside a roundabout have the right of way; drivers entering must yield to them before merging.

What is the 'door zone' and why is it a hazard for cyclists?

Answer: The area next to parked cars where a car door could suddenly open into a cyclist's path

The door zone is the space alongside parked vehicles where a door could be flung open suddenly, causing a 'dooring' collision with a passing cyclist.